As Spain built into the second half of extra-time of Sunday's World Cup final, it was already clear that Argentina hoped to make them suffer.
Jeff Rueter is a Senior Writer, Soccer at The Athletic. He specializes in covering soccer across North America and Europe, with a keen interest in international sports leagues, major tournaments, and the evolving dynamics of team sports. Jeff's insights and analyses have been featured in prominent outlets including The Salt Lake Tribune, The New York Times, and The Guardian.








